Matteo Lo Verso
PhD thesis title: Multiphysics Analysis of Systems and Components in Nuclear Fusion Devices
Academic Tutor: Francesca Celsa Giacobbo
Academic Supervisor: Antonio Cammi
Industrial Supervisor: Matteo Di Prinzio
Affiliate external company or research group: Ansaldo Nucleare S.p.A., Nuclear Reactors Group
PhD cycle: 38° (see all student profiles of the same cycle > LINK)
BSc: Ingegneria Matematica, Politecnico di Milano
MSc: Mathematical Engineering + Nuclear Engineering (Double Master's Degree), Politecnico di Milano
Thesis abstract
Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) investigates the interaction between electromagnetism and fluid dynamics in conducting fluids under magnetic fields. This theory is crucial for magnetic confinement fusion, since it can be applied to describe both thermonuclear plasmas and operating fluids flowing within the blanket. My research focuses on modelling MHD phenomena occurring in fusion reactors. Additionally, I am developing a numerical code in OpenFOAM for the simulation of complex realistic MHD scenarios. Finally, I am working on reduced models using Reduced Order Modelling techniques for fast and accurate simulations.
Personal interest in my research theme
One of the most challenging and ambitious endeavors humanity is currently pursuing: recreating the Sun within a reactor. Magnetic confinement fusion is a captivating field which has always fascinated me and I am excited to contribute to it through my work. Specifically, I am pleased to be engaged in a research project that seamlessly integrates physics and mathematics, which are two of my deepest passions I have had the privilege to explore extensively during my academic journey. I hope that my work will make a positive contribution, though modest, to the nuclear fusion community.
